OPT Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's F-1 OPT job market spans automotive engineering, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology, with major hiring concentrated in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids. The state's deep industry roots and large university network create steady demand for OPT-eligible candidates across both established employers and emerging companies.
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The Tapestry Contracts Administration Epic Analyst is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, optimization, and support of Epic Tapestry solutions supporting Priority Health operations. This role partners with business stakeholders, operational leaders, and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable Epic solutions that improve administration of contracts, provider relations and core claims administration.
The analyst serves as a subject matter expert for Epic pricing and reimbursement functionality and is accountable for workflow analysis, solution design, Epic configuration, testing, implementation support, production issue resolution, and ongoing system optimization. The role requires collaboration across multiple business and technical teams while supporting large-scale transformation initiatives and operational readiness activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Design, build, test, and maintain Epic Tapestry functionality, including pricing and reimbursement configuration in collaboration with claims teams.
- Gather and analyze business requirements; translate them into scalable workflow and system solutions.
- Configure and optimize contracts and fee schedule configuration, contract linkage, reporting tools, and operational workflows.
- Conduct impact analysis and troubleshoot production issues to minimize operational, member, and provider impacts.
- Support system integrations, data exchanges, and interoperability initiatives.
- Develop and execute testing plans, including unit, integrated, regression, and user acceptance testing to support implementation and system upgrades.
- Partner with operational and technical teams to improve business processes and adoption of Epic functionality.
- Create and maintain documentation, training materials, workflow diagrams, and knowledge articles.
- Maintain compliance with Digital Services change management standards and processes.
- Support go-live readiness, release management, change control, and ongoing production support activities.
- Use reporting, registries, and analytics to monitor performance and identify opportunities for workflow improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Associate's Degree or equivalent
- At least 2 years of relevant experience planning, design, testing, implementation, support, analysis of programs and software, and or a participant in multiple phases of an integrated system implementation
- Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions
- Epic Tapestry and/or Healthy Plan Build certification completed within 270 days of hire
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Epic Tapestry and/or Healthy Plan Build certification held upon hire
- Experience working in health plan administration
ABOUT COREWELL HEALTH
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
HOW COREWELL HEALTH CARES FOR YOU
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
PRIMARY LOCATION
SITE - Priority Health - 1239 E Beltline Ave NE - Grand Rapids
DEPARTMENT NAME
Strategic Transformation Priority Health - Corporate
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full time
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
WEEKLY SCHEDULED HOURS
40
HOURS OF WORK
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DAYS WORKED
Monday to Friday
WEEKEND FREQUENCY
Variable weekends
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
JOB SUMMARY
The Tapestry Contracts Administration Epic Analyst is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, optimization, and support of Epic Tapestry solutions supporting Priority Health operations. This role partners with business stakeholders, operational leaders, and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable Epic solutions that improve administration of contracts, provider relations and core claims administration.
The analyst serves as a subject matter expert for Epic pricing and reimbursement functionality and is accountable for workflow analysis, solution design, Epic configuration, testing, implementation support, production issue resolution, and ongoing system optimization. The role requires collaboration across multiple business and technical teams while supporting large-scale transformation initiatives and operational readiness activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Design, build, test, and maintain Epic Tapestry functionality, including pricing and reimbursement configuration in collaboration with claims teams.
- Gather and analyze business requirements; translate them into scalable workflow and system solutions.
- Configure and optimize contracts and fee schedule configuration, contract linkage, reporting tools, and operational workflows.
- Conduct impact analysis and troubleshoot production issues to minimize operational, member, and provider impacts.
- Support system integrations, data exchanges, and interoperability initiatives.
- Develop and execute testing plans, including unit, integrated, regression, and user acceptance testing to support implementation and system upgrades.
- Partner with operational and technical teams to improve business processes and adoption of Epic functionality.
- Create and maintain documentation, training materials, workflow diagrams, and knowledge articles.
- Maintain compliance with Digital Services change management standards and processes.
- Support go-live readiness, release management, change control, and ongoing production support activities.
- Use reporting, registries, and analytics to monitor performance and identify opportunities for workflow improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Associate's Degree or equivalent
- At least 2 years of relevant experience planning, design, testing, implementation, support, analysis of programs and software, and or a participant in multiple phases of an integrated system implementation
- Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions
- Epic Tapestry and/or Healthy Plan Build certification completed within 270 days of hire
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Epic Tapestry and/or Healthy Plan Build certification held upon hire
- Experience working in health plan administration
ABOUT COREWELL HEALTH
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
HOW COREWELL HEALTH CARES FOR YOU
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
PRIMARY LOCATION
SITE - Priority Health - 1239 E Beltline Ave NE - Grand Rapids
DEPARTMENT NAME
Strategic Transformation Priority Health - Corporate
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full time
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
WEEKLY SCHEDULED HOURS
40
HOURS OF WORK
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DAYS WORKED
Monday to Friday
WEEKEND FREQUENCY
Variable weekends
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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Tips for Finding OPT Jobs in Michigan
Target Michigan's automotive and mobility ecosystem
Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis anchor a dense supplier and engineering network across Southeast Michigan. Companies throughout this ecosystem regularly hire OPT-eligible engineers, data analysts, and supply chain specialists, making it one of the most active sponsorship corridors in the state.
Leverage your university's employer partnerships
Universities like University of Michigan, Michigan State, and Wayne State have established recruiting relationships with local employers experienced in OPT paperwork. Career centers often maintain lists of companies that have successfully hired international students before.
Prioritize employers with a history of OPT hires
Not every Michigan employer understands OPT work authorization. Focus your search on companies that have sponsored international students previously. Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa type, making it easier to find F-1 OPT-friendly listings in Michigan specifically.
Look beyond Detroit to Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids
Ann Arbor's tech and life sciences sector and Grand Rapids' growing healthcare and manufacturing base both offer strong OPT sponsorship opportunities. Limiting your search to Detroit means missing employers in these markets who actively recruit international graduates.
Apply early in your OPT authorization window
Michigan employers, especially in manufacturing and engineering, run structured hiring cycles. Applying several months before your OPT start date gives employers time to verify your work authorization timeline and reduces friction during onboarding and HR processing.
Search by industry, not just job title
Michigan's sponsorship activity is concentrated in specific sectors. Browsing Migrate Mate by industry, such as automotive, healthcare, or engineering, surfaces Michigan employers actively hiring OPT candidates, rather than wading through listings where sponsorship eligibility is unclear.
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Which industries in Michigan sponsor the most F-1 OPT visas?
Automotive and advanced manufacturing lead F-1 OPT sponsorship activity in Michigan, driven by the concentration of major automakers and their suppliers across Southeast Michigan. Healthcare and life sciences are also significant, particularly in the Detroit metro and Ann Arbor areas. Technology, engineering services, and financial services round out the most active sponsoring sectors statewide.
Which cities in Michigan have the most F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its surrounding suburbs, including Dearborn, Auburn Hills, and Troy, account for the largest share of F-1 OPT sponsorship activity due to the automotive industry's presence. Ann Arbor is a strong second, with tech companies, research institutions, and healthcare employers actively hiring OPT candidates. Grand Rapids is growing, particularly in healthcare and manufacturing.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles that qualify for F-1 OPT in Michigan are generally those directly related to a student's field of study. In practice, this includes software engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, data analysis, supply chain management, financial analysis, and clinical research roles. Michigan's STEM-heavy economy means many positions also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
How do I find F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you're not sorting through roles where sponsorship isn't available. Beyond that, Michigan's large public universities maintain employer databases focused on international student hiring, and attending industry recruiting events in Detroit and Ann Arbor connects you directly with OPT-experienced employers.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Michigan's OPT job market is closely tied to cyclical industries like automotive and manufacturing, so hiring activity can shift with industry conditions. Many employers in Southeast Michigan are familiar with OPT work authorization given the region's history of recruiting from nearby engineering programs. STEM OPT extension eligibility is worth confirming early, as many Michigan roles in engineering, technology, and life sciences qualify.